Eat. Drink. Be Local.
We are a bistro style restaurant brought to you by local gal Merrilee Paul that features the best of the area's resources. Relying on local farms, fisheries and a commitment to the community, 50 Local is downtown Kennebunk's neighborhood establishment. 50 Local presents an outstanding, approachable menu containing many of the traditional dishes offered in French bistros with an American take, served in a comfortable, elegant, & friendly atmosphere.
Executive Chef Tyler Laroche manages our locally sourced kitchen changing up the menu daily. Chef Tyler is a young, eager Chef with a passion for local foods. He has well established relationships with our local farmers and continues to educate himself on current food trends. He finds inspiration cooking for his young daughter, Bayleigh, who loves her Dad’s homemade sausages.
(207) 985-0850
50 Main Street
Kennebunk, ME 04043
MONDAY - SATURDAY 5-9P
CLOSED SUNDAYS
Take Out-order online
We will be closed January 1-22
Reopening January 23, 2025
*Please note: we are closed Sundays with the exception of Memorial & Labor Day Weekends
Our patio dining is limited & reserved for walk ins only
For parties over 8pp, contact the restaurant directly at 207.985.0850
Looking for a private party? Book our newly designed private dining room, The Elective for up to 36pp seated and 70pp for reception.
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NOW OPEN in downtown Kennebunk….
The Elective is the brain child of partners: Matthew Garofalo, Tyler Laroche, & Merrilee Paul. Located at 58 Main St in downtown Kennebunk adjacent to 50 Local, the Elective aims to give locals & visitors alike another reason to visit quaint Kennebunk. The is a space to flex our culinary creativity while providing a hands on cooking & cocktail experience. Classes will run weekly and are available for private groups as well. The dining room can be rented for private parties. The newly renovated space showcases a ceramic bar, upholstered banquettes, spanning windows overlooking downtown Kennebunk, and a fresh style curated by local designer, Nicki Bongiorno. The space opens to our retail space featuring our own line of products that have been tried & true through our kitchen & bar at 50 Local. Look for fresh pasta, an array of pickles, fresh bread, homemade ice creams, sauces, & baked goods. Daily grab & go meals and snacks will change with seasons. From our bar, homemade bitters, brandied cherries, bitters soaked sugar cubes, syrups, and cocktail kits. In addition, hand picked gourmet food & drink inspired gifts and a boutique selection of wines, beer, and non alcoholic options. Seasonal gift baskets and gift baskets made to order are always available too. We will be open daily with extended hours during the summer & fall.
Check us out at https://the-elective.shoplightspeed.com/.